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Dengue cases in Western Province nears 35, 000
17+ hour, 23+ min ago (403+ words) The National Dengue Control Unit has stated that the number of dengue cases reported from the Western Province is approaching the 35, 000-mark, as it remains the worst impacted province. The total number of dengue cases reported across the country so…...
Sri Lankan medical team successfully separates conjoined twins after complex surgery
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (432+ words) A team of Sri Lankan doctors has successfully separated twin girls who were conjoined at the pelvis in a highly complex surgery, marking a landmark achievement in the country's medical history. The achievement was made possible through the joint efforts…...
Eight PHIs in Colombo contract dengue while battling outbreak | Sri Lanka News | Ada Derana | Truth First
1+ day, 13+ hour ago (444+ words) Eight Public Health Inspectors (PHIs) in the Colombo District have contracted dengue fever while carrying out dengue prevention and control operations, officials revealed. Speaking at a media briefing held today (09), Colombo District Branch Chairman of the PHI Union, Amit Kumar…...
President calls for internationally recognised healthcare standards in Sri Lanka
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (597+ words) President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has emphasized that the government's aim is to transform Sri Lanka's healthcare sector beyond mere reforms and elevate it to internationally recognised standards of quality. The President said the present government is prepared to allocate the…...
Dengue death toll in Sri Lanka climbs to 45; over 65, 000 cases reported
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (384+ words) Sri Lanka's dengue death toll has increased to 45, while the total number of dengue cases reported so far this year has surpassed 65, 000, the National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU) said. According to an official statement issued by the unit, a total…...
71 Colombo University students contract dengue; academic activities move online
1+ day, 18+ hour ago (530+ words) A total of 71 students of the University of Colombo have contracted dengue fever, while five students are currently receiving treatment after being hospitalized, Vice Chancellor Professor Indika Karunathilake said. The Colombo University Vice Chancellor noted that most of the reported…...
More people seeking treatment for skin conditions, specialist say
1+ day, 20+ hour ago (357+ words) Skin diseases have emerged as a serious health concern, according to dermatology specialists. Consultant Dermatologist Dr. Nayani Madarasinghe said there has been a significant increase in the number of patients visiting clinics seeking treatment for skin-related conditions. She made these…...
Dengue death toll climbs to 42, total infections cross 63, 000
2+ day, 17+ hour ago (359+ words) The number of dengue-related deaths reported so far this year has increased to 42, according to the National Dengue Control Unit. Acting Director of the unit Dr. Kapila Kannangara said that a total of 63, 835 dengue cases have been reported across the…...
Dengue cases in Sri Lanka crosses 61, 000 with over 2, 600 new patients in 24 hours
4+ day, 18+ hour ago (620+ words) The National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU) says the total number of dengue cases reported in Sri Lanka so far this year has increased to 61, 060. According to the NDCU, 2, 604 new dengue cases have been reported during the past 24 hours. The Western…...
Eleventh "National Accident Prevention Week" begins today
4+ day, 19+ hour ago (522+ words) The 11th National Accident Prevention Week commenced today (06) and will continue until July 10 under the guidance of the Ministry of Health. The initiative aims to reduce the incidence of accidents and minimize their impact on the country's healthcare system, as well…...